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The cost of independent living in Thacher is about $3,294 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 231 options. Read 3846 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Senior Apartments
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Photo of Nazareth Towers
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Photo of Rosa Parks Apartments
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Upside is truly an exclusive opportunity to live independently on your own terms. We offer luxury living options with over 2,500+ apartments in our network across the country alongside a dedicated and experienced personal concierge support system. Upside is a uniquely designed senior...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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The Inn at Summit trail is certainly a nice place to be. It’s brand new, and it’s in a very nice, open air spot that is easily accessible. It is beautiful. Whoever decorated it has extremely good taste. I...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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This is a very nice community for my mom's care.The staff are nice and respectful to her needs. She is happy with being active with the activites. The meals are appealing to her needs. We would recommend the...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Bollinger Tower is a comfortable and affordable senior housing complex located in Columbus, Franklin County, Ohio. Bollinger Tower is a great choice for anyone looking for a secure and relaxing place to call home. Home to several large corporations and Ohio State University, Columbus is an active...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.

Cost of independent living in Thacher, OH

The average cost of senior living in Thacher is $3,294 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lancaster, OH with an average of $2,776 per month.

Independent living costs in Thacher, OH, vs. nearby cities

Thacher, OH
$3,294/mo

Independent living costs in Thacher, OH, vs. state and national averages

Thacher, OH
$3,294/mo
$4,008/mo
U.S. national average
$4,181/mo

Independent living costs in Thacher, OH, vs. other senior living options

$4,730/mo
Independent Living
$3,294/mo

Independent living costs in Thacher, OH, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,415/mo
Studio
$4,934/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,774/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,427/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,943/mo

Senior living costs in Thacher vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Thacher, OH
Column state: Ohio
Column national: U.S.
Community typeThacher, OHOhioU.S.
Independent Living$3,294/mo$4,008/mo$4,181/mo
Assisted Living$4,926/mo$4,924/mo$4,723/mo
Memory Care$4,730/mo$4,935/mo$4,979/mo
Independent Living
Thacher, OH:$3,294/mo
Ohio:$4,008/mo
U.S.:$4,181/mo
Assisted Living
Thacher, OH:$4,926/mo
Ohio:$4,924/mo
U.S.:$4,723/mo
Memory Care
Thacher, OH:$4,730/mo
Ohio:$4,935/mo
U.S.:$4,979/mo
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Independent living costs in Thacher, OH, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Thacher and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Independent living cost trends in Thacher, OH

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Thacher have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

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Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Thacher, OH$3,160/mo$2,921/mo+8.2%
Ohio$2,849/mo$2,955/mo-3.6%
National$3,257/mo$3,166/mo+2.9%
Thacher, OH
2024 average cost:$3,160/mo
2023 average cost:$2,921/mo
Percent change:+8.2%
Ohio
2024 average cost:$2,849/mo
2023 average cost:$2,955/mo
Percent change:-3.6%
National
2024 average cost:$3,257/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Thacher

Recent reviews for independent living in Thacher

Capital City Hospice in Columbus, OH

5.0
We were very fortunate that The Inn was able to arrange for my dad's hospice care with Capital City Hospice while he was there. They were so very helpful and kind and they helped my mother and myself as well as my dad. I would definitely recommend them

Wellington Village in Hilliard, OH

5.0
I liked the amount of space in the apartment and it was close to my sister. And was impressed with the cleanliness of the place and the furnishings in the com spaces. I enjoy the activities and everyone is friendly and have made new friends.

Paramount Senior Living at Westerville

4.7
We chose Paramount Senior Living because it was smaller facility that is very clean and is seems like they try to make it very home like rather than institutional. The dining area is more like a dining room you would sit in at home instead of a cafeteria. Overall I would recommend to others ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and helpful staff. Many reviews from communities StoryPoint Pickerington, Verena at Hilliard, StoryPoint Powell South, and Stone Oak Retirement Community mention the kindness and helpfulness of the staff. Residents express appreciation for the long-term relationships they have formed with caregivers, such ...
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Engaging and diverse activities. Residents enjoy the variety of activities offered in communities, including crafts, games, outings, and entertainment. For example, at StoryPoint Powell South, staff members organize regular parties, celebrations, and excursions to keep residents engaged and active.
Thoughtfully maintained facilities. Reviews often praise the cleanliness and upkeep of the community, whether it's the private rooms, communal areas, or outdoor spaces. At Verena at Hilliard, the renovated patio and dining room are favorite features for residents.
Delicious and accommodating meals. Throughout reviews, the quality of food stands out as a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. At Brookdale Trillium Crossing, the chef accommodates dietary restrictions and individual preferences, ensuring residents look forward to mealtimes every day.
Supportive and communicative management. Families appreciate the clear and effective communication between community staff and loved ones, allowing everyone to stay informed and make sure care needs are being met. At StoryPoint Powell South, the community director sets regular meetings with senior residents and their families to disc ...
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Comfortable and spacious living spaces. Several reviews mention the comfortable and spacious private living quarters at various communities. For instance, at Rittenhouse Village Gahanna, residents appreciate the size and features of their apartments.
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Thacher independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Thacher independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Thacher, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Thacher independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Thacher partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
29.8%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
29.8%
34.5%
No sugar
No sugar
26.4%
31%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28.4%
33.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
13.9%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Thacher independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Thacher communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
30.8%
36.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
37.5%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
30.8%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.9%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Thacher independent living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered independent living communities in Thacher offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
40.9%
45.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25.5%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
27.4%
33.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40.9%
47.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
46.6%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
55.8%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
36.5%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
34.6%
38.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
35.1%
41.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
42.8%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
40.4%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
25%
33.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
31.7%
39.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40.9%
46.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Wyngate at Circleville, StoryPoint Pickerington and Stone Oak Retirement Community are the top-rated independent living facilities near Thacher, Ohio. See full list of communities.
There are 231 independent living facilities near Thacher, Ohio. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Thacher, Ohio are StoryPoint Pickerington, Middleton Senior Living and StoryPoint Gahanna North. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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